Heritage Hero Awards.... nominations open until Sept 18th

Published: 2nd September 2015

There are four awards this year as follows:

Heritage Hero - Do you know someone who always goes the extra mile for heritage?

Nominate an individual or organisation who makes an outstanding contribution to the protection and promotion of heritage in your local area, particularly during National Heritage Week. Anyone can nominate a Heritage Hero.

Hidden Heritage - Did your event shine a light on Ireland’s hidden heritage? This award is open to event organisers who successfully explored lesser known aspects of Ireland’s heritage during National Heritage Week. All National Heritage Week Event Organisers can enter.

Reaching Out - Did you organise an event that reached out to marginalised groups? This award is open to event organisers who helped marginalised audiences enjoy National Heritage Week. All National Heritage Week Event Organisers can enter.

Cool for Kids - Did you organise a great family event? This award is open to event organisers who encouraged children and families to participate in National Heritage Week. All National Heritage Week Event Organisers can enter.

Entry is completely free. Recipients will be honoured at a Heritage Council event in December 2015.